#35
Compression

Bicep Slicer

Also known as: Bicep Crank, Arm Crush

Intermediate Difficulty
#35 Popularity

Description

A compression lock targeting the bicep by placing a fulcrum and folding the arm against it.

History

Often used as a counter to armbar defense when the opponent locks hands. Legal at brown belt and above in IBJJF competition.

Technique Notes

When opponent defends armbar by clasping hands, place shin or forearm on their bicep. Push down on elbow while pulling wrist up to crush bicep against the fulcrum.

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